1969 Ford Capri vs. 1984 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1984 Peugeot 205 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,775 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Peugeot 205 (197 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (88 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Peugeot 205 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Peugeot 205 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Peugeot 205 (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 1984 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Capri | 205 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 110 L |
